S6E01: Digging Deeper into Obesity

As we kick off season six, we’re diving deeper into one of our most popular topics from last season – our evolving understanding of obesity. In this episode, co-host Maria Wilson unpacks the latest in obesity biology and management with Manu Chakravarthy, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism Product Development, who discusses the stigma associated with obesity and how thousands of years of human evolution contribute to this chronic condition. While lifestyle, diet and exercise modifications are still essential in addressing the biological factors that drive obesity, they explore how emerging treatments have the potential to rewire the brain’s hunger and satiety signals – offering a more personalized, sustainable approach. Read the full text transcript at

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S6E01: Digging Deeper into Obesity is an episode from Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar by Two Scientists Walk Into a Bar.

This episode is 00:39:25 long.

This episode was published on Apr 9, 2025.

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